Training

I can offer teacher training and consultancy to schools and Local Authorities (LAs) to support the development of moving image media literacy (MML) in schools. My main expertise relates to the 3-14 age range. The table below indicates some of the types of service I can offer. In some cases (for larger groups, longer sessions or for training that includes creative activity with moving image media) I can bring in additional staff. Contact me if you would like to discuss your training needs.

 

Provision Type

 

Type of client

 

Possible Timescale

 

Outcome

1
Presentation to LA and/or school SMTs on nature and value of MML


LA/schools interested in MML but unclear about value/purpose


Half day – for presentation and discussion; or full day to include film viewings and/or breakout groups


Agreement by LA/schools on further steps and actions required

2
Consultation with LA staff (eg Literacy team) and/or school consortium


Either LA/schools new to MML, needing help with starting work, or LA/schools wishing to take work forward to a new stage


One day visit by consultant; agreed working period; follow up meeting; drafting and circulation of document


Action plan for development of MML in LA or consortium schools

3
Series of workshops to introduce aspects of moving image teaching and learning including filmmaking


Up to 20 LA literacy consultants/advisers; could involve more than one LA


Negotiable: between two and five full days spaced over 1 – 2 terms; could be intensive residential workshop(s)


Skilled and confident leadership group able to lead on action plan and train others

4
Review and evaluation of work done so far


LA/school(s) who have completed initial action plan


Negotiable; preferably working with small LA/school team


Clearer picture of achievements so far and basis for further planning

5
Observation of classroom work and advice on further development


School(s) undertaking MML teaching


One day visit plus one day writing up report


Written report on teaching and learning with suggestions for development

6
Seminar(s) with leading teachers/consultants to analyse and reflect on progress


LA/schools with substantial commitment to moving image media teaching


Negotiable; between one half-day and two or more full days


Identification of issues for further action research, development and collaborative work


RATES: The normal fee per day is £500 plus travel expenses, but this may be negotiable depending on the level of service required; for example intensive creative workshops will cost more; “all-in” fees can be negotiated for more extended consultations. Half day visits will be charged at £350.

 

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